#1
Which of the following is not a primary function of healthcare administration?
Clinical diagnosis
ExplanationHealthcare administration focuses on management, not clinical tasks like diagnosis.
#2
What does SWOT analysis stand for in healthcare management?
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
ExplanationSWOT analysis assesses internal and external factors for strategic planning.
#3
What is the role of a healthcare administrator?
Manage and oversee healthcare facilities
ExplanationAdministrators manage and oversee operations, staff, and resources in healthcare.
#4
Which of the following is not a component of the PDSA cycle in healthcare quality improvement?
Advance
ExplanationPDSA cycle includes Plan, Do, Study, Act, not Advance.
#5
What is the primary goal of healthcare quality improvement?
To enhance patient outcomes
ExplanationImprovement initiatives aim to improve patient health and satisfaction.
#6
Which of the following is an essential characteristic of an electronic health record (EHR)?
Real-time updating of patient information
ExplanationEHRs allow immediate access and updating of patient data.
#7
Which healthcare quality improvement methodology focuses on reducing defects and errors?
Six Sigma
ExplanationSix Sigma aims for minimal defects by process improvement.
#8
What is a capitation payment model in healthcare?
Payment based on a fixed amount per patient
ExplanationCapitation model involves fixed payment per patient, regardless of services rendered.
#9
What does DRG stand for in healthcare reimbursement?
Diagnosis-Related Group
ExplanationDRG categorizes patients for reimbursement based on diagnosis.
#10
Which of the following is an example of a healthcare management information system (HMIS)?
Electronic Health Record (EHR)
ExplanationEHR is a digital system for managing patient records and information.
#11
What does HIPAA primarily aim to protect?
Patient privacy and security
ExplanationHIPAA safeguards patient information from unauthorized access.
#12
In healthcare management, what does ROI stand for?
Return on Investment
ExplanationROI measures the profitability of investments in healthcare.
#13
Which act established the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the United States?
HIPAA Act of 1996
ExplanationHIPAA Act of 1996 ensures privacy and security of health information.
#14
What is the purpose of accreditation in healthcare organizations?
To ensure compliance with legal regulations
ExplanationAccreditation ensures adherence to legal standards and quality care.
#15
Which of the following is an example of a healthcare outcome measure?
Patient satisfaction score
ExplanationPatient satisfaction scores gauge the quality of care provided.
#16
Which of the following is NOT a component of Total Quality Management (TQM) in healthcare?
Employee isolation
ExplanationTQM promotes teamwork and employee involvement, not isolation.
#17
What is the purpose of the Stark Law in healthcare?
To prevent physician self-referral
ExplanationStark Law prevents conflicts of interest by prohibiting self-referral.